This is my favorite method too. The other thing is handle GENTLY when pressing. Press each corner first, then the rest of the seam.
Originally Posted by
MadQuilter
I recently bought an Easy Angle ruler and find that I have good luck with it. With it, you cut both strips WST to the size of the finished HST. Then use the ruler to cut the triangles, rotating the ruler to use up the fabric. Then sew a consistent 1/4" seam on the bias edge. I used to do it your way and love the fact that I don't have to trim anything anymore.